One local charity is selected at each meeting to receive $1,000 * 100 teens meet four times a year * each teen donates $10 (that they have earned) at each meeting * $4,000 raised over the year for loc ... [More]

Youth agricultural organization which encourages a balanced lifestyle of Head, Heart, Hands and Health * promotes the importance of community and people/mentor relationships * offers a variety of proj ... [More]

Monitored and secure online community that provides the opportunity to connect with peers, mentors and role models for friendship and support, skill development * public messages monitored by staff an ... [More]

Services include assessment, treatment, individual and group counselling as well as educational services with respect to alcohol, drug and gambling related issues Programs include: * community withdra ... [More]

Services include assessment, treatment, individual and group counselling as well as educational services with respect to alcohol, drug and gambling related issues Programs include: * community withdra ... [More]

Services include assessment, treatment, individual and group counselling as well as educational services with respect to alcohol, drug and gambling related issues Programs include: * community withdra ... [More]

Services include assessment, treatment, individual and group counselling as well as educational services with respect to alcohol, drug and gambling related issues Programs include: * community withdra ... [More]

Services include assessment, treatment, individual and group counselling as well as educational services with respect to alcohol, drug and gambling related issues Programs include: * community withdra ... [More]

Settlement, integration, education and social services for newcomers Violence and Abuse Prevention Programs Culturally sensitive and language specific services for women within the African Canadian co ... [More]

A partnership with Hamilton Public Health Services that provides free sexual health services to Hamiltons diverse communities of gay, bisexual, queer and other men who have sex with men, whether they ... [More]

The program provides an opportunity for parents to ask questions about their child's development Consultations with professionals from community agencies are in the following areas: * speech * hearing ... [More]

Early intervention assistance for youth, parents and school staff to address multicultural challenges and bridge cultures, working to prevent school drop-outs or suspensions * help agencies manage vul ... [More]

Offers a variety of care and support services to deaf children and adults with a variety of needs including: * troubled youth * intellectual disability and deaf plus individuals * youth and adults wit ... [More]

The only specialized children's mental health program for Deaf and hard of hearing children, youth and families and children of Deaf adults in the province of Ontario Provides individualized services ... [More]

House league and competitive select softball according to age group * fast-pitch, windmill style softball * early age divisions start with T-ball and move to coach-pitch, own-pitch and finally opponen ... [More]

Leagues include: * Jr. T-Ball for 4-year-olds * Sr. T-Ball for boys and girls five years and older * House league and rep league for boys and girls ages five and up * Challenger Baseball league for ch ... [More]

Leagues: * various age groups and levels include mini-soccer, house league, city rep teams, and camps * games are played at various parks throughout Burlington * adult leagues Offers, in partnership w ... [More]

Performs and travels extensively throughout the year, making 100 or more appearances annually, with yearly tours locally and around the world. * most band members also participate in weekly private le ... [More]

Offers safe spaces for youth in grades 6 to 12 at various locations across the city to engage, interact and be heard * hosts special events for youth and staffs a Youth Outreach Team Program is offere ... [More]

Offer youth ages 9 to 14 an all-day program that includes games, crafts, sports, special events and guests * weekly trips * before and after program care available Locations: Brant Hills Youth Centre, ... [More]

Information about Federal tax credits, deductions and exemptions specifically for people with disabilities can be obtained at www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/individuals/segments/tax-cred ... [More]

Organization that promotes diversity in gender identity, gender expression, and romantic and/or sexual orientation in all its forms on a national level through services in the areas of education, heal ... [More]

Promotes personal safety of children * programs, services and resources to protect children and reduce victimization, available through affiliate Canadian Centre for Child Protection * online resource ... [More]

One-stop employment services for persons with disabilities Discover Your Personal Power Workshop Second Career -- assistance with applications to access support to recently laid-off unemployed workers ... [More]

Services to individuals who have a developmental disability, include: * Residential support - group homes and self independent living program * ARC Industries supported work environment * Employment s ... [More]

Providing supports and services to children and youth with special needs in Halton Hills and Milton Child and Family Inclusion Services (birth to 12 years) * available in Acton, Georgetown, Milt ... [More]

Residential services for people based on their individual needs 24 Hour Support: * each home provides support for up to 5 people residing in a group living setting * support is person-directed and des ... [More]

Academic, commercial and technical day courses * 52 schools (38 elementary and one elementary/secondary school and 13 secondary) located in the Centre-Sud-Ouest district * cooperative education * Fren ... [More]

Provides direct services, advocacy and public education to help children and youth with physical disabilities and their families * resource links on website * events, financial assistance, camps and r ... [More]

A gender specific counselling program for male and female youth to empower them to make better choices. The program encourages youth to develop an effective and realistic approach to coping with daily ... [More]

Provides a broad range of medical, therapeutic and support services to children from birth to 19 years of age with physical and developmental disabilities, autism, communication disorders, and childre ... [More]

Friendship Bench Program: * for teens and young adults attending high school, college or university * volunteers work with on campus groups to install a yellow friendship bench to remind students to g ... [More]

Telephone counselling * mental health and addiction information, professional counselling, and referral on a wide range of services on and off campus * anonymous and confidential Partnership of Kids H ... [More]

8 bed pediatric unit providing compassionate care to children from 24 hours of age up to 18 years experiencing a wide range of disease and illness * healthcare on pediatric unit includes physicians, n ... [More]

Multidisciplinary consultations, assessment and short-term treatment to meet the needs of children, youth and their family members * offers specialized programming for transitional aged youth, attenti ... [More]

Intensive mental health treatment and education services in a local community high school to prevent hospitalization or to support students as they transition from the inpatient unit into a community ... [More]

Offers co-ed baseball for players ages 4 to 21, House League for ages 4 to 18 and Eagles (Rep) League for ages 8 to 21 * also offers Umpires Association training for young persons with emphasis on sel ... [More]

The Halton Youth Justice Program (HYJP) deals with young persons between the ages of 12-17 years who have committed a criminal offence in the community. * designed to deal with youth in conflict with ... [More]

The service offers a number of community initiatives for youth in Halton Region: Children's Safety Village * a miniature town with buildings, paved roads, traffic signals, railroad crossing and sidewa ... [More]

Services provided: * low cost birth control (or prescription for pharmacy) * low cost birth control is available to individuals under the age of 35 * prescriptions from community health care providers ... [More]

Services provided: * low cost birth control (or prescription for pharmacy) * low cost birth control is available to individuals under the age of 35 * prescriptions from community health care providers ... [More]

Services provided: * low cost birth control (or prescription for pharmacy) * low cost birth control is available to individuals under the age of 35 * prescriptions from community health care providers ... [More]

Services provided: * low cost birth control (or prescription for pharmacy) * low cost birth control is available to individuals under the age of 35 * prescriptions from community health care providers ... [More]

Provides counselling and resources for people before and during pregnancy, and after the birth of their baby up to age six. Preconception, Prenatal and Perinatal Support * promotes prenatal, child and ... [More]

Services provided: * low cost birth control (or prescription for pharmacy) * low cost birth control is available to individuals under the age of 35 * prescriptions from community health care providers ... [More]

As part of a province-wide youth entrepreneurship strategy, the Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade offers Summer Company delivered by Halton Region Small Business Centre. * provi ... [More]

Children's Developmental Services: Infant and Child Development Services * developmental and therapy services for children with differing abilities birth to school entry * may include children born pr ... [More]

Plan, integrate, and fund local health care * deliver and coordinate health care support at home, at school, or in the community * care coordinators work with people in the community or leaving hospit ... [More]

The orchestra performs standard symphonic repertoire as well as contemporary works and is comprised of young musicians. HPYO’s two symphony orchestras, chamber music opportunities and percussion progr ... [More]

Prenatal education classes, designed to enhance native education and fetal outcome. Program is offered in small groups and individual sessions, stressing traditional native birthing methods, as well a ... [More]

Provides care to all women in need but also to women with low income, living in shelters, teen mothers with unplanned pregnancies, as well as new immigrants and refugees to the area * midwives s ... [More]

Overview and index of shelters in Halton and area HALTON General Shelter: Salvation Army Halton Lighthouse Shelter, 905-339-2918 * located in Oakville, this is the general emergency shelter for all of ... [More]

Overview of programs ranging from basic education and literacy to workforce preparation, career training and job search assistance programs, and directs to other related listings in this directory. AD ... [More]

Starting a Business? Business Advisory Group BizPal Business Development Bank of Canada Canada Business Ontario Futurpreneur Ontario Haltech Make a Change Canada Small Business Enterprise Centre, Hal ... [More]

Listed below are resources available to indigenous people living in Halton: 2-Spirited People of the First Nations Aboriginal Legal Services Assembly of First Nations Canada Mortgage and Housing: Firs ... [More]

General list of services designed to assist youth, aged 15-30, with finding summer employment. This is not a complete list of all services available. Job Bank * the primary source for information on t ... [More]

Confidential information and support service for individuals concerned with sexual orientation and gender identity issues * service offered through telephone, text, chat, and email Acts of Homophobia ... [More]

Activities include: Jack Talks * certified youth speakers to educate and equip young people to look out for themselves and their peers Jack Summits * held nationally and regionally once a year * large ... [More]

Provides direct service to youths who are involved in the Criminal Justice System, who are at risk of becoming involved and/or their families. Services include: Achieves Program Choices in Anger Progr ... [More]

Community Mental Health provides a continuum of care from assessment or consultation, to specialized treatment supports for clients with complex and serious mental health disorders. Child and Adolesce ... [More]

The Phoenix Program is a mental health outpatient, community based program for Halton residents age 14 to 35 who are experiencing early stages of psychosis * clinical partnership between Halton Health ... [More]

Provides relief to those at risk or in risk of poverty through programs, nutritious meals, food bank support and child and youth development. Services include: Family programs * programs from prenatal ... [More]

Partners with individuals, community organizations, schools and Oakville Christian churches to minister through food drives, provision of meals, group projects and family programs: * Monday - family n ... [More]

Offers youth programs which promote social interaction and opportunities for growth, teach new skills while building self confidence and creating a feeling of community. Activities include: * encourag ... [More]

Community Services and Supports Consultations services -- families or people with ASD meet with a consultant to discuss the individual's needs on topics such as education, communication strategies, da ... [More]

Online resources include: Upopolis - a private social network for kids and teens in healthcare facilities Upedia - a resource for child life specialists and those affiliated with child life Umind - a ... [More]

Provides a full range of employment training programs and supports for the educational success of all Métis across Ontario beginning in early childhood, continuing through K to 12 to post-secondary ed ... [More]

* supports all families of missing and abducted children free of charge * work alongside all types of government agencies including municipal and provincial police, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police ( ... [More]

Programs provides both ABA/IBI therapy for children with Autism, as well as academic and group instruction. Teaching strategies are individualized for the students needs, and target all areas of defic ... [More]

Arranges in-home or school-based health and social services, and placement in long term care homes * service coordination * information and referral for related community services In-home services -- ... [More]

Provides a local point of access to community-based health care services including government-funded in-home health care, community services, and long-term care homes LHIN staff work in partnership wi ... [More]

Monica Place supports pregnant or parenting youth and their children who may benefit from: safe and supervised residential living, practical and emotional support with respect to pregnancy or parentin ... [More]

Member-based organization and registered charity * promotes the care and wise use of historic places * raises awareness through the national awards program, Heritage Day and the Top Ten Endangered Pla ... [More]

offers competitive track and field training * local and out of town competitions for children and youth ages 10 years and up * assists with track scholarships to high school athletes for Canadian or U ... [More]

* For youth with intellectual and/or physical disabilities, program introduces participants to the fundamentals of physical literacy and the sport of soccer * players will enjoy a comfortable and incl ... [More]

A day camp which give students a stimulating and enjoyable experience with music. Attracts international students, teachers and guest conductors. * daily private music instruction * children learn and ... [More]

A community orchestra with over 80 amateur and professional members * guest artist performances * presents a series of four subscription concerts at the Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts between ... [More]

* for youth ages 12-18 years * 11 teams * participate in games throughout the province * a member of the Ontario Volleyball Association * offers Oakville Lightning Development Program for ages 8-12 ye ... [More]

Programs and services offered by the Recreation and Culture department work towards being accessible and inclusive to all members of the community including those with: * intellectual or physical disa ... [More]

Support and services to people in Ontario with cerebral palsy * assists member groups in the development and provision of services and programs including accommodation * advocates and promotes awarene ... [More]

Offers daytime program for school groups and evening program for individuals at Glen Eden in Milton and other locations in Ontario. Glen Eden Program Schools program: * coordinate through Glen Eden Sc ... [More]

Provides services to young persons ages 12 to 17 years (at the time of their offence): * supervises the delivery of direct services * provides case management to youth in conflict with the law * servi ... [More]

Special Services at Home (SSAH) -- financial assistance for the purchase of in-home supports for children with physical and developmental disabilities and for adults with developmental disabilities A ... [More]

Services focused on helping the child or youth with a diagnosis of an autism spectrum disorder and their families learn and build skills * services can be received directly through the regional servic ... [More]

A residential demonstration school for students with severe learning disabilities that also provides in-service teacher education and consultative services to school boards. Major services: School pro ... [More]

Personal Rights -- legal representation of children under the Courts of Justice Act in custody/access matters under the Divorce Act and Children's Law Reform Act * legal representation of children an ... [More]

Public Inquiries Office -- information on universities, colleges, and private career colleges * also information on apprenticeship programs, trade certification, and general information on financial ... [More]

Uses a variety of programming designed to assist clients on an individual and personal level. Guides and supports youth based on their dreams, goals, and desires for a better life. “Works” Programs: P ... [More]

Offers volleyball programs for deaf children in grades 1 to 8 in the Town of Milton * deaf children are fully integrated with all the participants * a trained interpreter attends each session * progra ... [More]

Peel Children's Centre is a fully accredited, community-based children's mental health centre * the Centre offers a range of high quality, evidence-based services for children/youth under age 18, and ... [More]

Major services: * identify and remediate the traumatic impact of interpersonal abuse * provide support, education and intervention to all non-offending family members or caregivers impacted by their c ... [More]

Provides: * a welcome and friendly place for teens from all walks of life * a safe and relaxed environment run by caring staff and amazing volunteers * the opportunity to connect and build friendships ... [More]

Mental Health services Brief services: Walk-in counselling clinic * quick access to therapeutic intervention where family members can see trained therapists or counsellors at their chosen moments of n ... [More]

Walk-in counselling clinic: * access to therapeutic intervention enabling children and family members to see trained therapists or counsellors * the entire family or individual family members may come ... [More]

Provides LGBTQ+ youth programming and supports throughout the Halton Region * connects with community organizations and partners to support the creation of safer spaces throughout Halton for LGBTQ+ pe ... [More]

Grassroots community centre used by various agencies. * affiliated with Reach Out Centre for Kids (ROCK) Programs for children, youth and parents including: * life skills * recreation * homework club ... [More]

Walk-in counselling clinic: * access to therapeutic intervention enabling children and family members to see trained therapists or counsellors * the entire family or individual family members may come ... [More]

Mental Health services Brief services: Walk-in counselling clinic * quick access to therapeutic intervention where family members can see trained therapists or counsellors at their chosen moments of n ... [More]

A national youth program that provides Canadians aged 12 to 18 with fun, challenging, and rewarding activities. The aim of this program is to develop leadership * promote physical fitness * and stimul ... [More]

* provides Canadians aged 12 to 18 with fun, challenging, and rewarding activities * program aims to develop leadership, promote physical fitness and stimulate interest in the air activities of the Ca ... [More]

A national youth program that provides Canadians aged 12 to 18 with fun, challenging, and rewarding activities. The aim of this program is to develop leadership, promote physical fitness, and stimulat ... [More]

A national youth program that provides Canadians aged 12 to 18 with opportunities to gain life and work skills, self confidence, discipline, initiative and decision making * promotes and develops an i ... [More]

A military-based youth program * co-sponsored by the Halton Regional Police Service and the Oakville Historical Society * youth participants in the Army Cadets remain civilians throughout their involv ... [More]

Cadets are encouraged to become active, responsible members of their communities * learn valuable life and work skills such as teamwork, leadership and citizenship Training includes: sailing, seamansh ... [More]

Cadets are encouraged to become active, responsible members of their community. * learn valuable life and work skills - teamwork, leadership, and citizenship * reap personal benefits of increased self ... [More]

Provides safe, secure, short-term accommodations to individuals who are experiencing some type of housing crisis * shelter provided in most cases for up to 40 days * may be able to provide transportat ... [More]

A non-profit, charitable youth organization The Central Escarpment Council of Scouts Canada is the administrative body, responsible for the Scouts programs in five areas in the escarpment region, incl ... [More]

Services Include: * contribute to development of young people in achieving their full physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potential as individuals, responsible citizens and members of their l ... [More]

The Oakville area has over 700 members in 13 groups striving to contribute to education of youth through a value system based on the Scout Promise and Law. * helps build a better world where people ar ... [More]

Provides the basic needs of life: shelter, food, clothes, safety and support Services include: * accommodation * pregnancy counselling * support services during pregnancy, childbirth and for a period ... [More]

American Sign Language instruction for families with a deaf member * sign language summer day camp for deaf children and hearing children with a deaf family member * recreation program for deaf childr ... [More]

Weekly ice skating to selected music * snacks provided during half-time * potluck gatherings as advised and held upstairs before skating **Skate once a month to the Fergus Brass band live on centre ic ... [More]

Home Alone Safety A program that prepares children ages 9-12 to be on their own at home or elsewhere for short periods of time and includes: * traditional content of a home alone course * internet saf ... [More]

A group of 15 community-based volunteer driven programs to help people build relationships across the diversity of income, education, age, ability and health to enhance their capacity for meaningful l ... [More]

Running & Reading Club * weekly after-school program which runs for two hours per week for 32 weeks from October to June * builds strength and endurance through running and fitness activities, provide ... [More]

A initiative that creates a local service delivery system of providers that will deliver mental health and/or addiction service for transitioning youth aged 16 to 24 years. * built on breaking down ba ... [More]

* has coaching expertise that will benefit new paddlers to those seeking world-class racing opportunities * regatta schedule is established each season which includes local, regional, and internationa ... [More]

Organization that offers help to amputees of all ages, through its programs Main programs and services: * Key Tag and Address Label Service: A sheltered workshop where war amputees could not only work ... [More]

The gym is inclusive for all abilities and is equipped with: * a zip line * climbing structures * swings (including larger sizes for adult size children and those in wheelchairs) * crash pit * calming ... [More]

The centre primarily assists those who are out of work, and youth who are out of school to assess their skills and employment potential * various programs assist job seekers with their job search acti ... [More]

Offers programs for recreation, employment, education and youth leadership * intended as a safe place for youth to hang out, where they are not judged, can talk and are respected * facility combines d ... [More]

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